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Boomtown Preview: Red Dead Redemption

Boomtown writes: "Rockstar has become synonymous with several things over the last decade or so – a risqué sense of humour; controversial ideas for games and content that gets Daily Mail readers hot under the collar. Above all though, Rockstar is known for creating great games in the form of its Grand Theft Auto series.

Among all this though – in 2004 to be precise - Red Dead Revolver was released – a game inherited from Capcom and entrusted with Rockstar to complete. It was quite a departure from the likes of GTA and Manhunt, although nobody doubted Rockstar's ability to develop, albeit only partially, a game that needed a different approach to what they were used to. The game wasn't a huge success, despite being met with good critical reception. Clearly Rockstar had enough faith in the idea though, and indeed themselves, to go back to the concept and create their own game, from the ground up. "This is our game, made how we want it to be made", says Rockstar."

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Rhezin6203d ago

I really cannot wait for this one this fall. Nor can I wait for MUA: 2, Bioshock 2, Assasin's Creed 2, and MW: 2. Sequels all to great games.

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Red Dead Redemption Hits 3.3 Million Netflix Downloads on Mobile

Red Dead Redemption hits 3.3 million Netflix downloads on mobile, underscoring how subscription access drives reach over paid sales.

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Christopher131d ago

More like people don't play these type of games on their phone normally and don't try them out. Not like the places where people do play these games haven't crushed those numbers easily.

How many people actually played more than an hour of the game or came close to finishing it on mobile is the real question. If people aren't playing the games to a point that is purposeful, then why try when a subscription that is behind a streaming service isn't a sign of success but just curiosity.

VenomUK129d ago

What if Netflix becomes ‘the Netflix of gaming?!’

Alek83129d ago

I downloaded it because I already have a Netflix sub.
I am not going to buy it for $40 or whatever it costs on Google Play.

I tried it out and will be sticking to the PC version, but it's not bad.

Having said that, this is the issues I see vs the PC version:
1. Greatly reduced texture resolution.
2. Massive downgrade ALL lighting quality (this includes water, shadows, etc).
3. Stutter and heat. Prolonged play leads to both.
On the plus side, we have:
4. This thing is like 6GB vs the 12 on Steam.

Great way to try the game, but not the best way to play it.

darthv72131d ago

Perhaps Netflix will make a RDR series now that ST is done with.

Lionsguard130d ago

A Netflix version of RDR?... Oh boy... I can't wait... /s

TheColbertinator130d ago

They should build a production that includes members behind the True Grit remake and Hell on Wheels from AMC. Both were perfect for wild west vibes.

gold_drake129d ago

but i doubt people ACTUALLY played it on smartphone vs tried it out.

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Rockstar Says Red Dead Redemption Xbox 360 Upgrade Needs More Time

Rockstar says the free upgrade issue affecting Red Dead Redemption Xbox 360 owners requires more time to resolve, with another update expected within five days.

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Minute Man 721163d ago

Another free update...good to know but I don't own a series X

Petebloodyonion163d ago

I’m not sure what the exact issue is. I had no trouble getting the free update—you basically get the new game for free if you have the 360 version in your digital library. Maybe the problem is related to owning or not owning the Undead DLC expansion.

Hypertension140163d ago (Edited 163d ago )

Yea I think thats what it is. I also own the game but not the expansion, and im unable to download the update.

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Red Dead Redemption Compared on Switch 2, PS4, and PS5 After Free Upgrade

A detailed comparison of Red Dead Redemption on Switch 2, PS4, and PS5 shows stronger settings, better performance, and a major uplift for Nintendo’s new hardware.

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